Crayola attraction in Easton set to reopen in May

EASTON, Pa. (AP) — Crayola is set to reopen its tourist attraction in eastern Pennsylvania in May after a multimillion-dollar renovation aimed at boosting attendance.

The iconic crayon-maker says the facility in Easton will now feature 18 stations on four floors. Company officials say they are hoping the changes help to increase annual attendance from 300,000 to about 450,000.

The facility was formerly known as The Crayola Factory and is now called The Crayola Experience. It closed for renovations and expansions in February. The 60,000-square-foot building is set to reopen May 24.

Ticket prices, however, will be higher, up to $15.99 a person. Crayola says some of the new activities will also require additional fees.

New attractions will include personalized crayon-making and animated art adventures.